The U.S. State Department's termination of over 10,000 foreign aid grants has crippled IRC programs, leaving 2 million vulnerable people without critical humanitarian services.

In 2024, the IRC reached more than 36.5 million people through evidence-based, life-changing programs in more than 40 countries around the world.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) impacted over 36.5 million lives in 2024 through global humanitarian programs. Read the highlights from the IRC’s 2024 Annual Report Executive Summary.

Who is a refugee? What’s the difference between refugees and asylum seekers? Which countries host the most refugees? Find out the answers to these commonly asked questions and get the real facts and statistics about refugees.

The IRC in Silver Spring partners with Solutions in Hometown Connections to offer classes that boost preschool readiness and English skills, empowering caregivers to support their children’s education.

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